About the Author

Jillian Young

Based in Rhode Island, Jillian Young is AAA Northeast's director of public relations. She regularly appears in local TV, radio and print media to discuss traffic safety, travel, insurance and more.

Articles by Jillian Young

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Drivers, Beware: Potholes Pop Up Early This Year

AAA warns of heightened pothole risk after snowy start to 2026.

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Seasonal Trends and Geopolitical Conflict Put Pressure on Gas Prices 

Gasoline prices are climbing slightly across the Northeast on seasonal trends and new upward pressure on oil prices following escalating conflict in the Middle East. 

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AAA: Check for Open Vehicle Recalls

Being a safe driver is about more than just how you operate your vehicle — it depends on your vehicle being safe to ride in, too.

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AAA Northeast Offers Homeowners Tips for Assessing Post-Storm Damage 

AAA Northeast helps homeowners plan next steps.

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Northeast Pump Prices Hold Steady as Bitter Cold Grips the Region 

Northeast gas prices seem frozen in place as gasoline demand sinks and people stay home to avoid the cold. 

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Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk: Plan Ahead this Sunday 

Data shows alcohol contributes to significant percentage of fatal crashes following the big game.

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Winter Storms and Bitter Cold Put Upward Pressure on Northeast Gas Prices 

Northeast pump prices climbed amid rising oil costs and surging gasoline demand ahead of recent severe winter weather.

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Prep Your Vehicle Before the Next Snowstorm 

How to get your car ready for snow and ice and stay safe on the road.

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Average Northeast Gas Prices Stay Put Amid Storm Cleanup 

Pump prices across the Northeast are holding steady as markets weigh geopolitical tensions and minor supply disruptions from the recent winter storm.

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Polar Plunge to Bring Frigid Conditions That Can Wreak Havoc on Vehicles and Homes 

AAA offers guidance for drivers and homeowners ahead of freezing temps and snow.

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Arctic Outbreak to Bring Frigid Conditions That Can Wreak Havoc on Vehicles

Learn how extreme winter conditions can impact your vehicle — and prepare accordingly.

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Winter Continues to Bring Declining Gas Prices for the Northeast 

Like snow in January, gasoline prices are falling and inventories are piling up across the Northeast as U.S. refiners maintain steady production through the winter. 

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Ample Supply Continues to Drive Down Average Northeast Gas Prices 

Weakening demand and sizable inventory builds, typical for deep winter, are sending Northeast pump prices lower.  

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AAA Offers Tips to Avoid Getting Caught With a Dead Battery This Winter

Cold weather can drain car batteries fast. Regular maintenance and testing can help ensure smooth starts all winter.

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Northeast Gas Prices Continue Decline Ahead of New Year 

Like Times Square’s famous New Year’s Eve ball, gasoline prices across the Northeast fell as the year ended. 

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Average Gas Prices Decline Across the Northeast as Inventories Swell 

Northeast gasoline prices continue their seasonal slide as inventories climb and demand takes a post-holiday step back. 

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AAA Survey: Drivers Want Stronger Safeguards Against Dangerous Driving, But Continue to Engage in Bad Behaviors Themselves

A new report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that, while risky driving behaviors remain widespread, Americans strongly support a range of impaired-driving countermeasures that could significantly reduce fatalities. 

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AAA: Year-End Holiday Travel Expected to Set Record 

122.4 million Americans are projected to leave town over Christmas and New Year’s.

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Don’t Let Your Christmas Tree Fly Off Your Sleigh 

AAA research shows that road debris contributes to thousands of U.S. traffic crashes each year.

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AAA Northeast Survey: Cost, Road Trip Concerns and Safety Fears Lower EV Interest 

Only 4% say they plan to purchase a fully electric vehicle for their next car.

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